Celebrating Brea’s Centennial

Brea is considered by many to be one of the hidden gems of Southern California. The city boasts a wide range of services and amenities and is central to some of the most spectacular beaches in the area. In addition to these great features, Brea is a welcoming, diverse and safe community with a thriving business sector.

Recently, Brea celebrated its Centennial. This celebration marked 100 years of growth and change in this wonderful city. Brea has come a long way since its humble beginnings as an oil town and is now one of the most sought after small cities in the western United States. The popularity of the city can be seen in the few homes that are for sale. The real estate market is very competitive and this Centennial Celebration will only add to the popularity of Brea.

The Centennial Celebration

The Centennial Parade

Brea’s Centennial Celebration will kick off with a parade through the heart of the city. Make sure to come out and catch this once in a century celebration! The Centennial Parade will be celebrated with over 90 entries. The parade promises to be a fun-filled family event that is full of surprises. Expect to see a wide range of classic cars, animals, musicians, community groups as well as local personalities.

Some of the highlights of the parade include:
• The USC Trojans marching band
• Local actress Angela Barber from Full House
• Local baseball legends Randy Jones and Charlie Hough

The Centennial Picnic

Make sure to join in on Brea’s Centennial Celebration by joining the fun at the Centennial Picnic. This epic picnic will take place on May 20 at the Brea Sports Park between 11am and 3pm. All of the food available at the picnic will feature 1917 prices so make sure to bring your piggy bank!

Several baseball games will also be a part of the picnic. These games will re-enact the Babe Ruth vs. Walter Johnson exhibition matchup that was hosted in Brea in 1924. This is a family event so make sure to come out and enjoy an afternoon in the sun!

Brea Centennial Night at Angel Stadium

To keep the celebration going, make sure to purchase your ticket to the upcoming Brea Night at Angel’s Stadium. On July 18, mark Brea’s Centennial with a special roped off tailgate party. The first 4 000 ticket holders will also receive a commemorative Angel’s baseball cap with Brea’s Centennial logo. Make sure you are a part of this historical celebration and purchase your tickets early!

These are just a few of the many great events that will be part of the Brea Centennial Celebration. The merriment will continue throughout 2017 and other highlights include:
• Brea Fest – Fireworks, local food, live music, theatre and art will all be featured at this Centennial celebration
• Brea Loves Art – This festival will celebrate 100 years of public art in Brea.

Brea – A community celebration

The Centennial Celebration in Brea highlights the community spirit that Brea is famous for. This tight-knit community has undergone some major changes over the past 100 years, but the city remains a friendly, welcoming city that takes great pride in being one of California’s most coveted places to call home.

I would love to show you around the neighbourhoods of Brea and help you find that perfect Brea home. Whether you are looking to settle down in a city that still has that small town feel or looking to relocate to the always sunny skies of California, Brea has something for everyone. Come celebrate Brea and its past 100 years. I look forward to seeing you soon!